Legal Executive (Telford)

Warwick Recruit Ltd; Telford; Hybrid; GBP 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A well-established legal practice is seeking an experienced Employment Lawyer to manage Employment Tribunal claims and provide HR-related legal advice. This role involves supporting a diverse client base, including independent schools and care providers, while delivering bespoke HR documentation and training sessions. The position offers a competitive salary, benefits such as up to 34 days of annual leave, and the possibility of hybrid work after probation. Candidates must have a strong employment law background and excellent communication skills.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Annual leave entitlement up to 34 days

Company pension scheme

On-site parking

Private medical insurance

Option to work from home one day per week after probation

Qualifications

• Proven track record in managing a varied Respondent Employment Tribunal caseload.
• Strong experience providing HR and employment law advice to employers.
• High attention to detail and strong file management capabilities.
• Ability to work under pressure and adopt a proactive approach.

Responsibilities

• Manage a diverse Employment Tribunal caseload.
• Provide solution-focused HR and employment law advice.
• Deliver bespoke employment documentation and HR support.
• Travel to client premises as required.

Skills

Managing Employment Tribunal caseload

Providing HR and employment law advice

Excellent organizational skills

Strong written and communication skills

IT proficiency including MS Office

Attention to detail

Tools

Case management systems

Job description

Location: Telford, Shropshire, West Midlands, UK
Legal Executive Location: Telford
Office Hours: Monday to Friday, 9:00am - 5:00pm
Job Type: Full-time, Permanent

Overview

A well-established legal practice is seeking an experienced Employment Lawyer with specific expertise in handling Employment Tribunal claims (Respondent) to join its Employment Department. This role involves managing a varied contentious caseload while also providing ongoing employment law and HR-related advice to a portfolio of retained clients. An excellent package, strong career prospects, and the opportunity to help develop the contentious employment division are offered.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage a diverse Employment Tribunal caseload (predominantly Respondent defence work), making up approximately 25‑30% of the role.
• Provide commercial, solution-focused HR and employment law advice to employers subscribed to a retained support service.
• Support around 2,025 retained business clients, including organisations such as independent schools, care providers, and medical practices.
• Deliver bespoke employment documentation and HR support, including on‑site attendances and co‑chairing employee hearings when required.
• Deliver HR and employment law training sessions to managers and client teams.
• Maintain high standards of client service, ensuring cases and enquiries are handled efficiently, accurately, and professionally.
• Travel to client premises as required.

Requirements

• Proven track record of managing a varied Respondent Employment Tribunal caseload.
• Strong experience providing HR and employment law advice to employers.
• Previous experience working with professional sector clients is beneficial but not essential.
• Experience delivering employment and HR training is advantageous.
• Excellent organisational, written, and communication skills.
• Strong IT proficiency, including MS Office; experience with case management systems is desirable.
• High attention to detail and strong file management capabilities.
• Ability to work under pressure and adopt a proactive, solution‑driven approach.
• Full driving licence and access to own vehicle (due to client site visits).

Benefits

• Competitive salary dependent on experience.
• Annual leave entitlement of up to 34 days including bank holidays and Christmas shutdown.
• Company pension scheme.
• On‑site parking.
• Private medical insurance.
• Option to work from home one day per week after completion of probation.

Work Location

In person, with occasional travel to client sites.